UV Cure Adhesives Global Market Report 2025

The uv cure adhesives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.56 billion in 2024 to $1.69 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for environmentally friendly products, low voc emissions associated with uv cure adhesives, rapid curing time leading to faster production rates, growing emphasis on sustainability in industries, and increasing use in photovoltaic modules for solar panels.

The uv cure adhesives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.33 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for compact electronic devices, growing environmental awareness and stringent voc regulations, increased adoption of uv curable inks and coatings, increasing demand for and use of uv adhesives, and increased usage in medical and healthcare sectors. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in high-performance formulations, adoption in 3D printing, enhanced eco-friendly and solvent-free solutions, faster curing technologies, and integration in wearable electronics.

The forecast of 8.4% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.5% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US by disrupting supply chains for high-performance adhesives used in automotive and aerospace sectors, as critical resins come from Japan and Taiwan. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The growing demand for consumer electronic devices is expected to drive the expansion of the UV cure adhesives market in the coming years. Consumer electronics are electronic devices designed for personal use, primarily for entertainment, communication, and personal management, with the aim of making everyday life more convenient through user-friendly technology. The demand for consumer electronics is surging due to the integration of smart technologies that enhance functionality, convenience, and user experience, making these devices more essential in daily life. UV cure adhesives are crucial in consumer electronic devices for bonding, sealing, and encapsulating components such as screens, sensors, and housings, ensuring precision and durability. For example, in May 2023, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association, a Japan-based trade group, reported that consumer electronics production in Japan reached $204.67 million (¥32,099 million), marking a 127% increase compared to the previous year. As a result, the rising demand for consumer electronics is driving the growth of the UV cure adhesives market.

Leading companies in the UV cure adhesives market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as LED UV curing adhesives, to improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and meet the growing demand for sustainability. LED UV curing adhesives are light-activated adhesives that cure quickly when exposed to LED-generated UV light, offering rapid bonding and energy efficiency. For instance, in October 2022, Intertronics, a UK-based adhesives manufacturer, introduced the IUV101 LED UV curing adhesive starter kit, designed to help electronics manufacturers seamlessly adopt LED UV curing technology. The kit includes the IUV101 handheld LED UV spot curing lamp, three multi-purpose LED UV curing adhesives in 10 g syringes, consumables, PPE, and guides for building a reliable curing process. The IUV101 lamp delivers a powerful 2,000 mW/cm² light intensity, enabling rapid curing in less than ten seconds across various assembly applications such as medical devices, electronics, automotive, and optics. The starter kit is designed to make LED UV curing materials easily accessible to businesses for under £1,000, simplifying the trial and implementation process.

In May 2024, H.B. Fuller, a U.S.-based adhesive manufacturer, acquired ND Industries for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is aimed at accelerating H.B. Fuller’s growth in the high-margin segments of the functional coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) industry. ND Industries, a U.S.-based chemical company, specializes in manufacturing fastener-related adhesives, sealants, and thread-locking products for various industries.

UV cure adhesives are bonding agents that solidify upon exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. They contain ingredients such as photoinitiators and resins, which react with UV light to initiate a chemical process that creates strong, durable bonds. These adhesives are known for their rapid curing capabilities and wide range of applications. They also offer environmental benefits, as they emit low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and are free from solvents.

The primary categories of UV cure adhesives include epoxy-based, acrylic-based, silicone-based, and polyurethane-based types. Epoxy-based UV cure adhesives are made with epoxy resins that harden under UV light. They are available in different viscosities, such as low, medium, and high. These adhesives can cure through various mechanisms, including one-component systems, two-component systems, and light-curable systems. UV cure adhesives are commonly used in industries such as automotive, electronics and electricals, construction and decoration, medical devices, and consumer goods. Additionally, they are employed across a range of sectors including industrial manufacturing, healthcare, packaging, telecommunications, and aerospace.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The escalating U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are expected to significantly affect the chemicals sector, which is facing a disproportionate impact - particularly from tariffs on petrochemicals and intermediates, where affordable domestic alternatives are limited. Specialty chemical producers, who rely heavily on Chinese raw materials, are encountering production disruptions. Meanwhile, fertilizer manufacturers are seeing their profit margins squeezed due to tariffs on phosphate imports. In response, companies are increasing investments in R&D for bio-based alternatives, forming procurement alliances to strengthen purchasing power, and relocating production to tariff-neutral countries like Saudi Arabia.

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Major players in the uv cure adhesives market are 3M Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Sika AG, H.B. Fuller Company, Dexerials Corporation, DELO Industrie Klebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA, Dymax Corporation, Parson Adhesives Inc., ThreeBond International Inc., Metlok Private Limited, Panacol-Elosol GmbH, Hernon Manufacturing, Inc., Permabond LLC, Sav Chemicals Private Limited, Master Bond Inc., Jainco Industry Chemicals, Eurobond Adhesives, Elixir Private Limited, Hi-bond Chemicals, Fasto Adhesive and Sealant Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the UV cure adhesives market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the UV cure adhesives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The UV cure adhesives market consists of sales of structural uv cure adhesives, glass bonding adhesives, medical-grade uv cure adhesives, and optical adhesives. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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